CLS - F-35 Aircraft Mechanic 3/4 Airframes (MCAS Miramar CA)

Description

Put your skills to the test by pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. From global defense to sustainment and modernization to mission readiness, your experience and ability will make it a reality. Our programs are built on equal parts of curiosity and collaboration. Our combined effort means our customers can connect and defend millions of people around the world. With Northrop Grumman, you’ll have the opportunity to be an essential part of projects that will define your career, now and in the future.

Are you ready to put your experience to work at Northrop Grumman? If so, our F-35 FRST Operating Unit, wants YOU to join our Team as an Aircraft Mechanic 3 "or" Aircraft Mechanic 4 and join our team of qualified, diverse individuals.   You will be assigned as an Aircraft Mechanic 3 "or" Aircraft Mechanic 4 – Airframes supporting F-35 organizational maintenance at MCAS Miramar, CA. Your Mission will be to support O-Level maintenance on F-35.

**** NOTE: This position may be filled as an Aircraft Mechanic 3 or Aircraft Mechanic 4 depending on the selected candidate’s qualifications.

Your duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Perform Maintenance, Repair, Launch, and Recovery activities on F-35 aircraft.
• Ensure aircraft are in exceptional mechanical condition and safe for flight by performing maintenance, inspections, and servicing requirements on all aircraft systems in accordance with Joint Technical Data (JTD) and all applicable program and service guidance.
• Inspect, service, maintain, and repair F-35 aircraft airframe structures, composite material, hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems, and landing gear systems.
• Perform and/or assists with Field-Level Modifications and TCTD maintenance actions.
• Assist with OJT training for team members and partner aircraft maintenance personnel.
• Maintain and update aircraft records and status within the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) of Autonomous Logistics Information System (ALIS).
• Perform a multitude of ground handling duties such as, but not limited to, taxi directing of aircraft, towing of aircraft, refueling of aircraft, securing/un-securing of aircraft, etc.
• Keep the production staff updated on aircraft status.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Aircraft Maintenance Manager.          
• Perform required Airframe General (APG) tasks as part of F-35 Contractor Logistics Support (CLS) performing heavy/organizational level maintenance.
• Use your training, knowledge, and experience to obtain special certifications (example: hydraulic contamination, borescope, etc.) as locally required per COMNAVAIRFORINST 4790.2_series and NAVMC 4790.1.
• Perform maintenance tasks include configuring aircraft for modifications, removal and installation of attaching hardware, component removal and installations, assistance with software uploads, various system operational checkouts, and egress system maintenance.
• Technical requirements also include fault isolation, troubleshooting, and repair of system failures detected during operational checks associated with modifications and restoration of aircraft to flying condition subsequent to accomplishment of modifications and maintenance.
• Interprets and uses various test equipment and works from wiring diagrams, engineering drawings, job guides, and maintenance manuals.

Basic Qualifications:

• Aircraft Mechanic 3: High School diploma or GED and a minimum of 4 years of mechanical/aircraft airframe/power plants/turboprop/egress/avionics and/or crew chief experience familiar with interpreting service/program provided technical data.
• Aircraft Mechanic 4: High School diploma or GED and a minimum of 6 years of mechanical/aircraft airframe/power plants/turboprop/egress/avionics and/or crew chief experience familiar with interpreting service/program provided technical data.
• Ability to obtain equivalent Air Force 5 or 7 Level, US Navy or Marine Corps CDI /CDQAR, or equivalent Airframe and Power Plant (A&P).
• Completed the Aviation Structural Mechanic Core Course (N23WSG2), or attended the F-35 Aircraft Mechanic Organizational Maintenance Course C-603-0008 (M16F3X1), (M17F3XC) or equivalent.
• Aircraft Corrosion Control Course N-701-0013 or equivalent.
• Aircraft Paint Touch Up and Markings Course N-701-0014 or equivalent.
• Low Observables Maintenance Program (LOMP) experience to include working knowledge of NAVAIR 0l-1A-509_series and Air Force Technical Manual T.O. 1-1-694 publications.
• Able to be trained via self-paced readings, labs, and on-the job training to individuals in the performance of ground maintenance duties.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to read and interpret technical data and blueprint drawings.
• A current Secret or higher Clearance.
• Ability to obtain Special Access Program clearance, as required.
• Ability to provide temporary support to our other CLS locations and/or emerging deployments.
• Ability to work a flexible work schedule that may include extended shifts, holidays, and weekends and support on call status for 24 hours-a-day, 7 days-a-week, 365 days a year. 
• Must be able to perform moderate strenuous physical and repetitious work to include: bending, stooping, kneeling, lifting up to 50 pounds, and working overhead.
• Must be able to access small, confined spaces and work in an enclosed environment.
• Ability to pass medical/respiratory evaluation in order to obtain and maintain necessary respirator clearance and compliance with all respirator fitting requirements.
• Must be able to pass a New Hire Physical that includes a 5-year flightline physical, audiogram, and color vision testing prior to start.   

Preferred Qualifications:

• F-35 Airframe Collateral Duty Inspector (CDI) or Collateral Duty Quality Assurance Representative (CDQAR), Level 7 equivalent.
• 8 Years F-22 or F-35 Airframes and/or Crew Chief Experience
• F-35 ALIS/CMMS/LOHAS advance working knowledge
• F-35 Plane Captain Certification
• F-35 Low Power Turn (LPT)
• F-35 Integrated Power Package Instructor (IPPI) / (Operator)
• Flightline Expediter / Maintenance Control Experience
• Experienced Hazardous Material Control and Management (HMC&M) Program Manager
• Experienced in the use of ALIS and associated programs for documenting maintenance and reporting deficiencies within CRM and JDRS.
• Experienced with Anomaly Fault Resolution System (AFRs), Joint Technical Data Navigation (JTD), and usage of Portable Maintenance Aid (PMA).
• U. S. Navy or U. S. Marine Corps experience with thorough understanding of F-35 Fighter Aircraft Systems and operations under COMNAVAIRFORINST 4790.2 and 4790.35.
• Excellent communication skills and experience in a Military-focused Customer Service-Related Industry.